Purchase Ledger Clerk

TN United Kingdom; Barnstaple; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated Purchase Ledger Clerk to join their dynamic finance team in Barnstaple. This full-time, permanent role offers the chance to work primarily remotely, providing flexibility while supporting the Accounts Payable team. Ideal candidates will have recent experience in a general ledger role and possess strong proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel. With a focus on internal growth and employee development, this opportunity promises a supportive environment where your contributions will be valued. If you're ready to take the next step in your finance career, this role could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Comprehensive pension scheme

Employee development support

Non-financial perks

Qualifications

• 4-6 months experience in a general ledger role, preferably in a high-volume environment.
• Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel.

Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for supplier inquiries.
• Create and locate invoices, ensuring correct VAT treatment.
• Reconcile supplier statements and authorize payments.

Skills

MS Office

Excel

Multi-tasking

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Job description

Job Opportunity: Purchase Ledger Clerk

If you are an ambitious, driven individual looking to advance your finance career, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Trial Balance Consulting is pleased to assist a major North Devon employer, a prominent business in the services sector with international operations, in recruiting a Purchase Ledger Clerk.

This is a full-time, permanent role with the possibility of hybrid working, allowing the successful candidate to work primarily remotely.

The position is based in Barnstaple and involves supporting the Accounts Payable (AP) team within a friendly, experienced, and fast-paced environment.

Core Responsibilities:

1. Act as the first point of contact for supplier inquiries and coordinate with colleagues to resolve discrepancies.
2. Create and locate invoices, ensuring correct VAT treatment and invoice coding.
3. Reconcile supplier statements.
4. Authorize supplier payments.
5. Assist with month-end procedures.
6. Contribute to AP system process improvements.

Candidate Profile:

We are seeking an ambitious and confident individual with 4-6 months of recent experience in a general ledger role, preferably in a high-volume environment. Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel, is essential. The role requires strong multi-tasking abilities, excellent communication skills, and meticulous attention to detail.

Benefits:

The company promotes internal growth and supports employee development. Benefits include a generous holiday allowance, a comprehensive pension scheme, and additional non-financial perks. For more details and a full role specification, please contact Jay Vilarrubi-Smith quoting reference JVS9036 as soon as possible.